Shinto by Paula R. Hartz is a great
introduction and overview of the ancient home-grown religion of Japan. One of
the major animists religion in the world, Shinto is driven by the belief there
are gods in everything. It’s also a key driver in Japanese culture.
What’s especially helpful with this book is
so many folks heading to Japan are going to be going to visit a shrine (and
Buddhist temples – this helps sort the difference).
This short volume offers not only the
background of Shinto beliefs, but a glimpse into the story behind the shrines
themselves.
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